Have you received your invitation?

This coming Friday the 6th December Bond is having it's annual Big Wig function you should have by now received an invite via email. If you have not yet got your invite and would like to come please give us a call on 62958073. This year the function will be held at Monkey Bar in Civic the evening will include drinks and frivolity and a performance by amazing local trio The Stilettos.

Xmas gift ideas

Spoil that special someone with a treatment and a blow-dry or cut and color that they can indulge with when they need a pick me up by purchasing a Bond Hair gift voucher. Psst - Ladies the men love the treatment and scalp massages as well. You can also pick up some of our amazing styling tools with GHD gift starting at $279 and our Miracurls from $229. We also have an amazing deal on SP Hydrate Packs for just $64 this includes a free treatment mask to the value of $34.

Two Late nights

As the 7th of January 2014 the Bond team have made the decision that we need more after hours appointments for our clients convenience. Bond's trading hours on a Tuesday will now be; opening at 11:30am and closing at 8:00pm every Tuesday. "As it was very important to still allow the team to not work to many hours and still allow them a family life"

Jen wins Women of Spirit Award

Yesterday Jenni Arrived at the Hyatt after being nominated for the Women of Spirit award, what she didn't expect is that she would be walking away with an amazing trophy and the title. The women of spirit award honours women who have displayed outstanding community spirit and the ability to overcome adversity. Congratulations to Jenni for winning this amazing award, she will also be the ambassador for lifeline over the coming year.

Introducing the Rusk Miracurl

The Rusk Miracurl is the amazing new way to effortlessly curl your hair. Beginners can curl their hair in three easy steps; Pick up section you want to curl, Put Miracurl in and watch it magically suck your hair into the machine, then wait for the beat, it's that simple. Many people are already starting to use the Miracurl so why not join the revolution today! Bond has them in stock for a low $229 while stocks last.

The new GHD Wonderland sets now available!

This xmas GHD has released an amazing sleek looking collection called the Wonderland collection. It features a GHD straightener and Blowdryer in an amazing new changing color, the set is amazing value at $370. The straightener normally retails at $289 and the blowdryer at $199 so you save an amazing $118. This is an amazing idea for a gift for daughter, mother or sister. We only have 3 in stock so get in quick.  

 Our time with Esalon

Last night the entire bond team attended a seminar with the amazing Emiliano Vitale and Lisa Muscat, some of the top gun in our industry. They showcased looks on behalf of GHD from past collections but also from their recent journey in London. It was amazingly inspiring and we hope as a team we can move forward to one reach our dreams like the team at Esalon.

Spin fashion show canberra

Bond were lucky enough to work with some amazing designers as part of a centenery of Canberra event, Spin. The interesting thing about this runway is that all the garments were made of car parts, so with some amazing eccentric outfits the hair had to be even more crazy. Bond took the opportunity to be creative with both hands and created some great hairstyles. The feedback from the event was remarkable. Thanks to the organisers for asking us to be apart of it.

Jbronze special

The amazing tanning system JBronze are having an amazing special right in time for summer. With any product purchase you get a free face shimmer worth $24.95, which is perfect so your face and body can be effortlessly tanned for summer. The products in the range are very affordable with the most expensive product costing $39.95 for a double application bottle. Get in quick as stocks are limited.

Xmas gift packs

Bond now have some amazing SP gift packs that include a shampoo, conditioner and masque for $59.95 which means you get a Treatment masque free! With that amazing value they will go quick so get in quick

A big farewell and a big welcome

Last week we said farewell to our trusty Receptionist Stew he has moved on to bigger and better things and we wish him all the luck in the world on his future endeavours. We also say welcome to two new receptionists Adele and Mary. In the coming weeks you will get to know them, both these ladies have amazing people and reception skills and they look forward to meeting you! We ask that as Mary and adele are new and learning that they may be a little slower in the beginning and need your patience. Best of luck to them both.

Jen's Journey to Kokoda

Tick achieved!!

Thank you, Thankyou to all of Bond's amazing clients, my incredible friends and family for the $13,000 raised in only 10 weeks for Bravehearts. Our goal was $10,000 in 10 weeks and raising what we did was incredible. This money will make a difference to many children's lives that have experienced sexual abuse. So with the money raised, my journey to Kokoda was ahead and what a journey it was. I would say it was one of the hardest things I have ever done due to the incredible heat, humidity, the very difficult terrain but with everyone of you behind me I achieved this amazing goal. I had 5 amazing people that I walked with and many laughs, I can also say that the princess became a trekker and at some level I actually enjoyed the life changing experience. I am so proud to share my experience with all of you as I felt that everyone that donated was walking with me.
I look forward to telling you all about my experience over the next few weeks at your appointments. Thanks again xxxxxxx

Big wig event!

Keep your diaries free for December 6th because we are having another amazing Big Wig Club Members event. We cant tell you to much yet but check your letter boxes because invites will be on their way soon.

Bond's Youthworx Debut 

On Monday night Sydney saw some of hairdressing's most dedicated, passionate young guns of the industry showcasing some amazing work at the Australian Hairdressing Council's (AHC) Global.Synergy event.  Leslie was invited to present on stage and rocked it with a colourful runway inspired hairpiece. The night was held to promote the hairdressing industry and to try and make it "sexy" and "sexy" it was. The winner of the Global.Synergy project won a trip to London to work beside E Salon. Congratulations to Nikki Porter, we are sure you will have a blast.

Jenni Hits Target and is on the Trek

Jenni achieved her fundraising target for Bravehearts last week and has now so far raised nearly $13,000.00.  This is a fantastic effort and she wishes to send her own, and the Salon's, many thanks to all our wonderful clients that have dug deep for this cause and supported Jenni in her endeavours. Jenni is currently on the trek walking the difficult walk that is Kokoda.  We wish her all the best.

Nioxin Supports Prostate and Breast Cancer

Nioxin products, for thinning or receding hair, are proudly supporting both prostate and breast cancer through the donation of $5.00 for every limited edition Nioxin gift-pack sold.  Gift-packs are currently retailing at $89.00 (normally $168.00) so this represents a saving of $79.00 off the normal recommended retail price.

12 days to go and Target Met

So the amazing Jenni Tarrant only has 12 days to go until she sets off on her Kokoda trip and she has already reached her goal of $10,000.00, which as you can imagine is an amazing feat. Bond and Jenni would like to thank each and everyone who donated towards this amazing cause. There is still more work to be done as Bravehearts is still looking for donations to reach their target of 1 million dollars raised this year so please head over to their website to donate. Also don't forget tickets are still on sale for our GHD raffle so get in quick.  The raffle will be drawn on 20 September and we will post up the winner.

Bond @ Global.Synergy

Global Synergy is an initiative by the Australian Hairdressing Council (AHC) and the amazing E.Salon to give young hairdressers a platform to gain exposure and have great experiences. This year they held a competition for one young hairdresser to join the E.Salon team at the London Alternate Hairshow. This Monday night the finalists of the competition and the Youthworx Allstars (including our very own Leslie) will present on stage to a room full of hairdressers and show off some fresh, young new looks. We are very excited to be invited to present at this event and work with some of Australia's young outstanding hairdressers. Photos to come.

Bond @ Hair Raise Charity Ball

This year some of hairdressing's greatest hairdressers will join forces over the Melbourne Cup weekend to present Hair Raise  - a charity fundraising ball. The ball will not only be a party but also an educational night with some amazing hairdressers presenting on stage throughout the night including the Youthworx All Stars. Leslie is lucky enough to be apart of the Youthworx All Stars team for the event and is looking forward presenting on stage at this event.

Hair for Charity

On the weekend Leah and Mandy did hair for the amazing Sweet Chari-Tea event which raised much needed funds for the paediatric unit at the Canberra Hospital.  The event was held at the Abbey at Gold Creek and was a high tea that was highly styled with each table decorated amazingly and in theme with Alice in Wonderland. Congratulations to Kartika Medcraft for holding such an amazing event.

Bond @ Spa and Beauty Expo

On the weekend Leslie was fortunate enough to join the Australian Hairdressing Council's Youthworx team in doing hair for 6 runways @ the Sydney Convention Centre.  It was Bond Hair Religion's first time at the Expo and it was a lot of fun.  Leslie got to work with some other amazing hairdressers and also peruse the expo.  Although it's not as big as the annual Hair Expo, the beauty expo was still jammed packed with a lot of interesting products. A big thanks to Leesa Smith and Maria Unali for inviting us to come along.

Exciting New Product - J Bronze

Bond Hair Religion is happy to announce that we have taken on a brand new beauty tanning product.  J Bronze, Jennifer Hawkins' new beauty product, is a tanning product that is streak free and rather than putting pigment onto the skin this tan exposes your own melanin pigment giving you the most natural looking tan yet. The product comes in a spray, cream and mousse and comes in dark and medium shades. This amazing product retails from $24.95 - $39.95. Come in and see the new Jennifer Hawkins range and make an investment in amazing glowing skin today.

Winner of our Pink Raffle! 

Bond is happy to announce that the winner of our Pink ticket raffle is .............. Martin K. We understand that Martin has given his tickets to his beautiful wife and daughter who will now travel to see Pink this coming Monday. A very big thank you from Jenni to all that entered including also to Leah for her extremely generous donation to allow Jenni to raise further funds for Bravehearts.

Raffle Drawn this Saturday!

The first of the raffles, two (2) tickets to the Pink concert in Sydney on Monday 2 September, to help support Jenni in raising much needed funds for Bravehearts on her Kokoda Track Trek, will be drawn this coming Saturday 24 August 2013.  We will post another blog announcing the winner following the draw.  Thank you and good luck to all those that have purchased tickets in this raffle.

New Pink GHD

GHD are pleased to announce that they have released a beautiful new pink diamond GHD styler.  This promotion will assist in raising funds for Breast Cancer Research as $20.00 from every GHD sold will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.  As part of the promotion GHD are also asking each person who purchases the new styler to take a photo with their new styler and instagram it to be entered into a draw for their chance to win a $10,000 pink diamond.  The new set also includes a complementary paddle brush valued at $40.00.  Get in quick by visiting the salon and purchasing your new pink diamond GHD.

The Big 30!!

This week marks a very special time for Bond's owner, Jenni Tarrant, who celebrates 30 years within the hairdressing industry.  Jenni has achieved so much in this time, with more to come, and of course now runs a very exciting, well known and respected business.  Congratulations Jenni and let's hope many more years ahead of looking after your highly valued clients.

Inspirations in Life by Jenni - Interview with Jenni


Bond:  Who inspired you?

Jenni:  As a young child I had the amazing joy of having an eccentric Grandmother who never really grew up.  She was, and still is, an inspiration to watch as an artist, musician and who possesses a wicked sense of humour.  I remember her letting me set her hair with rollers and playing hairdressers from when I was about 7 years old.  She is now 92 years old and can I say she is still an inspiration to me. As I reminisce and celebrate 30 years of hairdressing, my Grandmother was my inspiration to let go and allow creativity and laughter to be part of my everyday life.

Our Bravehearts Raffle

As part of Jen's Kokoda fundraiser we are now holding two raffles to help raise funds for Bravehearts.  The first raffle prize is for a GHD Air Blowdryer and a GHD straightening iron valued at $500.00 and will be drawn on 20 September 2013.  Tickets for the GHD raffle are $10.00 each or 3 for $25.00. The second raffle is for two tickets to see Pink live in concert on Monday 2 September 2013.  Tickets for this raffle are $20.00 each and will be drawn on Saturday 24 August 2013.  Get in quick as tickets are selling fast and good luck to all who enter.

Train the Trainer

Leslie was lucky enough to attend a wonderful course by hair educator Tracey Hughes. He learnt how to speak effectively in public and compile lesson plans for all kinds of training from small class rooms to huge stages in front of large audiences. It was a very worth-while course, and we wish Leslie the best with all his educational endeavours.

Bond to Help Out at the Spa and Beauty Expo

Bond Hair Religion has been invited to help the Australian Hairdressing Council (AHC) Youthworx team at the Spa and Beauty Expo at the end of August.  Held at the Sydney Convention Centre it's set to be a huge event. The AHC Youthworx team are responsible for all the hair for the event with Maria Unali as Hair Director.  Pictures will be posted after this event has been held.

Bond New Specialised Hair Extensions Consultant

Bond is happy to announce that our very own Bec, although leaving full-time hairdressing to take up a new vocation, will return to Bond to be our very own casual hair extensions consultant. She will be available a few nights a week to specifically fit and move up your new hair extensions. Over her time here at Bond, Bec's extension work has been immaculate so we are very pleased that she has agreed to stay on to look after all our new and existing hair extension clients.  Should you require any hair extension work please call the salon to make your appointment to see Bec.

Farewell But Not Goodbye

Our wonderful Senior Stylist, Rob, is sadly be moving back to his home in Adelaide. However, please do not fret as Rob will be returning every 6 weeks to look after his regular clients. Rob will be flying in from Adelaide especially to do hair and look after his wonderful clients.

Kokoda Fundraiser on Track

We are happy to announce that the fund-raising for Jenni's Kokoda trip is on track, however, we still need more donations to meet the huge target of $10,000, so please head over to www.bravehearts.org.au and look for Jenni's page. We would like to thank every client for their support and generous donations so far, it has been amazing!

More Training and Development for the Bond Team 

In the coming months two of our talented staff at Bond Hair Religion will be undertaking some excellent training outside the salon in areas such as education and upstyling. Leslie will be completing a two day course under hair education extraordinaire Tracy Hughes. Specifically, he will learn tricks and tips on how to train hairdressers including presentation skills which will be highly valuable to the Bond team. Leah will also be partaking in training on the latest fashion in hair up techniques with Creative Director Sam Overton.

Jen and Leslie's Competitions 

In the coming months Jenni and Leslie will enter the Wella Trendvision competition. Their task will be to reinterpret a specific trend released by Wella in their own way. If successful, they will be flown to the finals in New York. Good luck!
You can't keep a good creative man down... on the weekend Leslie filmed two entry videos for the global.synergy and FAME Team competition. Winning either or both competitions will see Leslie jet setting to London and beyond to represent Australian hairdressing. What an amazing opportunity!  Good luck Leslie from all of us.

How To Keep Your Hair Shiny and Healthy

In winter our hair is exposed to dry conditions and artificial heating leaving hair dull and lifeless. However you can keep your hair looking gorgeous and shiny all year round with these tips:

1. Do regular treatments once a week - we recommend SP Masque for optimal results
2. Use shine/moisture enhancing shampoo - w recommend Hydre or SP shine define shampoo
3. Try to minimise use of heating tools or use a heat protect spray - we recommend GHD Heat Protect Spray
4.  If you use supermarket shampoo and conditioner, we strongly encourage you to reconsider because they use silicones which are very bad for your hair.
5. Use a spray shine product to enhance shine for that extra lift - we recommend GHD Final Shine.

Going Well So Far

So far Jenni has raised an amazing $1,725.00 for the Kokoda Trek fundraiser for Bravehearts but she needs more and more donations to reach her goal of $10,000.00.  As you can imagine Kokoda is not a feat that can be taken lightly.  It's 8-9 days of no showers, hard trekking, no good food, sleeping in a swag and humid 30 degree temperatures. So please get behind Jen and help her raise these much needed funds for this amazing charity.

Big Farewell to Bec

Bond is very sad to announce that our bubbly energetic stylist Bec is leaving the salon to move with her partner to Sydney. We wish Bec all the luck in the world and with all her new adventures. If you are one of Bec's clients and haven't yet talked to her about who she recommends to take over your hair, please don't hesitate to contact the salon and have a chat to Bec.

New GHD Air - Jewel Collection

GHD have released a beautiful new blow-dryer as part of the Jewel collection. Its the same amazing blow-dryer with a new shiny look. It features a new shiny panel of a brilliant purple for something a little different.  The new GHD Air also comes with a splash of green, blue or contrasting black.

Jen does Kokoda for the Kids

In September Jenni is walking the Kokoda Trek to help raise funds for Bravehearts.  Bravehearts is a major Australian charity that offers support and counselling to victims of child sexual abuse.  They also help to empower, educate and protect Australians about child sexual abuse.  Even just talking about this subject helps to prevent it.  You can support Jen and Bravehearts through a charitable donation by clicking on the following link:   Alternatively, when you are next in the salon you can donate either electronically or by way of a cash donation.  Jen is hoping to raise $10,000 for Bravehearts and all help is greatly appreciated.

https://sna.etapestry.com/fundraiser/Bravehearts/bravehearts/individual.do?participationRef=759.0.325575178

Leslie Featured on American Website Behind the Chair

Our Creative Director Leslie was lucky enough this week to be a featured artist on American website Behind the Chair.com an internationally viewed hairdressing website. The site featured his latest collection that he entered in this years Hair Expo Awards. Leslie is also entering the RAW awards on behindthechair.com so wish him luck!

Our Interview with Mandi 

Bond: Why did you choose hairdressing?

Mandi: I kind of just fell into it to be honest. I'd never really considered hairdressing previously but now I can't really imagine doing anything else. 

B: What's your favourite part of hairdressing?

M: Colour for sure. I absolutely love colouring.

B: Favourite moment?

M: I loved helping out at FashFest and colour consultation training with TIGI.

B: What are some of your aspirations?

M: I'd love to become a colourist and do lots of bright colours on anyone who will let me.

Bond Starts to Implement Change in Accordance with the AHC

As we have written in previous posts, Bond Hair Religion is now a part of the Australian Hairdressing Council. Over the past couple of weeks Bond has met with the AHC to see how we can improve some of our business practices. We are excited to announce that we have started implementing some business and environmental changes for the better. Procedures introduced into the salon includes foil recycling, environmental disposal of colour and a new business procedures manual to name a few with more improvements on the way.

Our Creative Director @ the Biggest Loser Makeovers

On Friday Leslie will be in Sydney helping out with the Biggest Loser makeovers for next season. Our colour company Wella are sponsoring the event and Leslie was lucky enough to score a spot on the team. He will visit the Biggest Loser house and makeover 10 lovely contestants. Congratulations to Leslie.

Reduced Products

A rare event has occurred! Bond has a handful of stock items that have been reduced to a crazy $10.00 with some stock originally priced at $80.00. The stock includes some styling, shampoo and makeup. Get in quick as these products will not last.

Help from the Underground

Help from the underground was a great success. Hundreds of people from all over Canberra flocked to see the show and donate to a worthy charity. The event, held in the basement of ZOO advertising, gave the evening a very industrial, high fashion feel. The outfits, made from opshop clothes were brilliantly put together to make some stunning eclectic outfits. For the hair there was no brief and that saw hairdressers backstage come up with some amazing creations. All in all it was an amazing event supporting the St Vincent De Paul Society.

Satisfaction Survey

You may or may not have noticed or come across it yet, but there is now a mini iPad that sits at the front desk. Bond is asking our clients the question "how do you feel about your experiance" at Bond so we can gain insight too what you, the client, think about your experience with each of the staff so we can make improvements for you. It only takes a couple of seconds and will help us identify areas that may need improvement. Thanks in advance for helping us make your experience the best that we can.

Our Interview with Mitch

Bond: Why hairdressing?

Mitch: I have always had a passion for hair so I decided it was time to do what I love for the rest of my life.

B: What are your goals/aspirations?

M: My goal is to finish my apprenticeship and be the best I can and push myself to learn as much as I can. I also would love to one day work on fashion catwalks.

B: What's your favourite part?

M: Would have to be everything as you can do so many different things and I find every bit different.

B: Favourite moment so far?

M: I have a few favourite moments which would have to be all the different training courses I have attended, I really love to learn.

Our Hair Expo Extravaganza 

On the weekend a few of our team attended the ever inspiring Hair Expo in Sydney. Here's what they got up to:

Saturday:

On Saturday our Creative Director Leslie was invited to the Wella Studios in Surrey Hills to style 3 models who were entertaining the guests at the amazing Saturday Night Gala event. He then attended the Gala which showcased work from last year's Hairdresser of the Year, Joey Scandizzo, and the team at Toni and Guy Australia who were celebrating their 50 year anniversary. Joey's show featured a very strong tribal feel with men with ponytails and the girls with big feathered headpieces. The show then took a turning point and went colourful.  The girls donned colourful wigs and some coloured chalk was splashed around the stage making for a very vibrant show. Toni and Guy's show re-visited collections from Toni and Guy's 50 years in hairdressing from striking looks of the 60's to textured messy looks of the 00's. It was an amazing show with some great showmanship.

Sunday:

On the Sunday Leslie was up bright and early to assist an amazing hairdressing team from Melbourne, Rokk Ebony. Their collection featured bright and interesting colours, drawing their inspiration from each of the seasons. Winter saw cool icy tones, Autumn saw warm rich colours and flowy styles, Summer saw golds and reds and Spring saw pinks and mahogany's.  Meanwhile the rest off the team went to former Hairdresser of the Year winner Jayne Wilde's, amazing seminar. The seminar featured some eclectic looks that the members of Wildlife Hair Team adopt in their photographic work. The team was also able to attend a range of trade stalls during the show to look at the latest in hairdressing technology and equipment.  The team then attended the Sunday Night Gen Next Gala, featuring work from the next generation of hairdressers including students from the Pivot Point Academy, The Gen Next Team and many more.

Monday:

Leslie was up early again helping the amazing Lorna Evans from Lorna Evans Education on her seminar. Lorna's newest collection features some amazing looks that highlight different textures and strong shapes. Leslie learnt to work with hair pieces and extensions to create different and more extreme looks. Then he attended the Hair Expo where Frank Apostolopous was crowned hairdresser of the year and Lisa Muscat was crowned New Creative Force. Congratulations to these two amazing hairdressers.

Tuesday:

On the final day Leslie spent the day with Edward Daley and Mark Hayes of Sassoon Academy from London. The day was an intimate insight into their work.  The group was shown different looks from their latest collections and then got to practice those methods on models. The day Leslie says was " inspirational and has changed the way he cuts". Well worth it.